"There are factors arousing concern, but I do not think it could cause
tension. The problem should be perceived correctly and when logical
solutions are found it cannot affect Armenian-Russian relations. Not
only Gyumri, but Armenia's society demands that, in conformity with an
Armenian-Russian agreement, Armenia's law-enforcers investigate the
crime committed in Armenia's territory, namely, the murder, and the
trial take place in Armenia. If the Russian side shows understanding
as well, the problem will be resolved. No tension or clashes would
have taken place. Armenia's society is just demanding justice and
information - the most important things. A whole family was murdered,
including a 2-year-old and a 6-month-old child. Society wants to
understand how a youth, a soldier, could commit such an atrocity. And
this demand cannot be viewed as an anti-Russian phenomenon."